What is the one negotiation question you wish you asked before signing?

Mine: "Can I see the full benefits handbook?" I signed for a great base salary, only to find out their health premiums were $600/month. What did you forget to ask that cost you?

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100% agree with that. You might be making more money with the salary, but it’s all going towards insane health premiums! I had this happen, but with PTO. They gave me numbers for people who had been at the company for a decade, not for those first starting. I should have paid more attention and asked questions.

Good point abut the benefits. One thing I've learned to ask about is the company's policy on the 401k match. That can make a big difference in one's investments and it's essentially free money.

Great idea! I have never asked about this but it could be a major issue

I've honestly never asked this either but there are many times I wished I had. Nothing is worse then thinking you got a great offer and then realizing the benefits suck.

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